China is a large country and has a population of about 1.3 billion.But most people live in the east and the living standard(水平)is much higher than in the west.Recently, the Chinese government has decided to promote(促进)development in central and western China.The part includes 11 provinces(省)and automous regions(自治区)with a population of 285 million and an area of 5.4 million square-kilometres.The rich nature resources in western China is one of the advantages for development.According to the plan, the government will focus on improving transportation.Highways and railways will be built.To protect nature, farmers will turn farmland back into forest.
Since the western part is developing fast, all kinds of talents are badly needed.In June, 2003, several thousand college students chose to start their career in the west.They worked as volunteers.Some people even give up the chance of working in big companies in China’ coastal(沿海的)cities.For example, Wang Fei was a student from Qinghua University.Before June, he had received a job offer in Shanghai.However, he turned down the offer.Instead, he became one of the“Go West”volunteers.Since 2003, tens of thousands of college students have gone to the west.They are trying their best to make the west become more and more beautiful.We are sure that the development will be a great success.China will be richer and stronger.
(1)
According to this passage, we know that ________
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A.
eastern China is developing faster than western China
B.
China is the richest in the world
C.
eastern China has a population of 285 million
D.
There are more people in the west than in the east
(2)
Now, what does western China need most?________
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A.
Forest
B.
Highways and railways
C.
skilled talents
D.
Resources
(3)
Why do college students go to the west?________
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A.
They want to make contributions(贡献)to the development of western China
B.
Western China is more beautiful than eastern China
C.
They want to get more money
D.
They hate working in coastal cities
(4)
What does the phrase turn down mean in the second paragraph?________.
Are you in shape?To find out, ask yourself some questions:Do I exercise regularly?Do I ever walk places instead of driving my car?Do I ever play sports for fun?Do I ever take the stairs instead of the elevator?If you answered no to any or all of the above questions, you are probably out of shape and need to start a fitness program.
Exercise is very important.It improves your strength and blood circulation(循环).It gives you more energy.It can help you relax and sleep well, and it can help control your weight.In fact, the U.S.Surgeon General says that exercise can help prevent heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and osteoporosis(a disease that weakens the bones).
The first step is to make a program.A good fitness program should be fun.It should involve(包含)both your arms and your legs, and it should help you to build endurance(the ability to do exercise for a long time).To make a good program for yourself, first you should think about the types of activities you like to do, what you think you are able to do, and when you will have time to do it.A good exercise program will involve cardiovascular activities, such as running, biking, swimming, roller skating, playing soccer or tennis, or jumping rope.It will also involve weight-bearing exercise, such as weightlifting, and stretching activities.Also, daily, low-intensity activities such as walking, gardening, dancing, and climbing stairs are good for your physical health.
So what are you waiting for?Get off of the sofa and start exercising.Sign up for yoga, tai chi, or pilates.Join a gym or a running club, or just start walking a half an hour every day.Every little bit helps!
(1)
We can learn from the passage that ________.
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A.
exercise can prevent all kinds of diseases
B.
a good exercise program should be exciting
C.
exercise can help you control your weight
D.
it’s not necessary to make an exercise program
(2)
A good exercise program should involve ________ types of activities.
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A.
two
B.
three
C.
four
D.
five
(3)
Which of the following is low-intensity activities?
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A.
swimming
B.
jumping rope
C.
weightlifting
D.
climbing stairs
(4)
What does the writer mainly tell us?
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A.
Exercise is important and should be part of your daily life.
B.
A good exercise program can help you a lot to keep healthy.
C.
Exercise can improve your strength and blood circulation.
D.
Start to make an exercise program when you are out of shape.